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Be inspired to explore the spaces around you. Discover local walks, dog-friendly establishments and great independent businesses - all on your doorstep in Surrey and the surrounding areas.

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Book Review, American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins

by Gemma lewis on July 02, 2021
Book Review, American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins

Review by Beverly Lister. American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins One of my favourite book genres is Thriller, and I have indeed read many. But American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins is on another level entirely. It is a meaty book, coming in at around 465 pages. But as a testament to…

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Book Review by Beverly Lister

by Gemma lewis on July 02, 2021
Book Review by Beverly Lister

My Last Supper: One Meal, a Lifetime in the Making by Jay Rayner Jay Rayner is a renowned food critic and writer, so it’s not surprising that at most of his one man shows, inevitably an audience member will ask him, ‘What would be your last supper?” This question…

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A beautiful walk in Shere

by Gemma lewis on October 06, 2019
A beautiful walk in Shere

Walk is taken from www.fancyfreewalks.org. This is a glorious and fairly short walk, full of variety, with a fine village at the start and a good pub at the high point. It also passes close to two of the most interesting and ancient churches in Surrey.   1. Coming…

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The Independent Edit, 5th July - 13th July

by Gemma lewis on July 12, 2019
The Independent Edit, 5th July - 13th July

Just 3 weeks ago, a lovely lady by the name of Elaine, a founder of The London Tea Dress Company came to visit me at the shop and wondered if I wanted to collaborate.  Just 3 short weeks later, we have a shop within a shop.  A beautifully curated collection…

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Where To - A walk at Cuckmere, a dip in the river, a spot of kayaking, some cake and the perfect pub.......

by Gemma lewis on June 03, 2019
Where To - A walk at Cuckmere, a dip in the river, a spot of kayaking, some cake and the perfect pub.......

This month's 'Where To', takes us to the rolling hills of East Sussex.  I visit this part of the world quite a bit, as my parents moved to Eastbourne a few years back.  It really doesn’t take long to get there from across the border in West Sussex, plus…

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Wattle's Best Local Pubs

by Gemma lewis on May 05, 2019
Wattle's Best Local Pubs

Today alone, we have had six new customers visit the shop, who have all moved into Godalming from further afield.  It's lovely to see the place through excited eyes, for fresh starts, new adventures and often the need for greener spaces.  Without fail, whether they want it or not, I…

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Oh I do like to be beside the seaside..

by Gemma lewis on April 29, 2019
Oh I do like to be beside the seaside..

I love everything about the British Seaside. The smell of the fish & chips, the sound of the seagulls circling above and the candy coloured beach huts.…

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Wattle's Best Dog Friendly Places

by Gemma lewis on November 05, 2018
Wattle's Best Dog Friendly Places

If you follow me on Instagram, you will know that I am little obsessed with the whippets. So much so, it is hard to tell sometimes if I am selling whippets or homewares. I just can't help myself.…

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I have created this blog to share my tips, inspiration and insights on all things interiors. As a corporate turned creative, I will explore the journey of becoming a shopkeeper and celebrate the creativity community that I have become part of.

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